Smoothing ABS prints is now a necessary skill for anyone looking to produce professional parts, but those of us using PLA for our RepRaps have been left in the cold. After some experimentation ...

A glue gun that dispenses molten PLA instead of hot glue turned out to be a handy tool for joining 3D-printed objects together, once I had figured out how to print my own “glue” sticks out of PLA.

Expertise 3D printers, maker tools such as Cricut style vinyl cutters and laser cutters, and traditional paper printers Credentials 6 years working professionally in the 3D printing space / 4 ...

Designed specifically for crafting airless basketballs, PLA-HR isn’t just another 3D printing material; it’s a fantastic option that addresses common pitfalls of traditional filaments like PLA ...

The Kharkovchanka: a mobile fortress that braved the icy extremes of Antarctica. Built by the USSR to outdo American efforts, ...

There are a variety of printing materials available for use with 3D printers, each with its own inherent hazards. The most commonly used materials are Polylactic Acid (PLA), Acrylonitrile Butadiene ...

If you’re rocking an FDM 3D printer, you know that filament is the key to keep printing. And with so many options out there—from versatile PLA to durable ABS—the right choice really depends on what ...

Nanotechnology and Functional Materials, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Ångström Laboratory, Uppsala University, Lägerhyddsvägen 1, SE-751 03 Uppsala, Sweden Applied Chemistry, ...